SERVICES
BLEPHAROPLASTY

Why Consider Blepharoplasty?

Upper Eyelids:

• Excess skin can obstruct peripheral and central vision, making everyday tasks like reading or driving more challenging.
• Constantly lifting the eyebrows to keep the eyes open can cause forehead strain and fatigue.
• Irritated or chafed skin around the eyelid may occur due to the excess folds.

Lower Eyelids:

• Loose skin and fat deposits can create pronounced under-eye bags, often making a person look tired or older than they feel.
• The under-eye area may also appear hollow or puffy, affecting facial symmetry and overall appearance.

What to Expect During the Procedure

Blepharoplasty can be performed on the upper eyelids, lower eyelids, or both, depending on individual needs. Incisions are strategically placed in natural creases for the upper eyelids and just below the lash line or inside the eyelid for the lower lids. This approach minimizes visible scarring.

Anaesthesia Options:

• Local anaesthesia: Numbs the eye area while keeping you awake.
• General anaesthesia: Puts you to sleep, typically used for more extensive procedures or combined surgeries.

Benefits and Considerations

• Enhanced peripheral and upward vision by reducing excess upper eyelid skin.
• A more refreshed, youthful appearance by minimizing under-eye puffiness and sagging.
• Reduced reliance on forehead muscles to lift the eyelids.

While blepharoplasty can significantly improve vision and facial appearance, it does not address vision problems like blurriness or reading difficulties. Your ophthalmologist can recommend additional treatments, such as LASIK, cataract surgery, or prescription lenses, to address other vision concerns.